ELECTIONS 2014
Congress a parasite for its allies, eats up their votes, says PM Modi
PM Modi criticized Congress in his Lok Sabha speech for failing to secure over 100 Lok Sabha seats in three consecutive terms. He accused them of avoiding introspection, engaging in constant attacks on BJP, and neglecting their role as the opposition in parliament.
Lok Sabha Speaker election today: NDA’s Om Birla wins key Parliament post
Lok Sabha Speaker Elections: In a historic election on Wednesday, Om Birla was re-elected as Lok Sabha Speaker after a motion by Prime Minister Narendra Modi received overwhelming support. Despite the opposition INDIA bloc fielding Congress' K Suresh, Birla secured the majority vote. This marks the fifth instance of a Speaker serving beyond one Lok Sabha tenure. The election underscores the evolving political dynamics and the opposition's strategic attempts to assert influence in the new parliamentary session, setting the stage for future interactions.
"Internationally recognised...": Independent MP Pappu Yadav on Rahul Gandhi elected as LoP in Lok Sabha
Independent MP Pappu Yadav stated on Tuesday that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is an "internationally recognised" leader after Gandhi was elected as the Leader of the Opposition. Congress announced on Tuesday that Rahul Gandhi, the party's MP from Rae Bareli, will serve as the Leader of the Opposition in the 18th Lok Sabha.
Lok Sabha Speaker Election: How is the Speaker elected and why is the post so important?
Lok Sabha Speaker Election: The Lok Sabha will elect its new Speaker on June 26, as the 18th Lok Sabha session begins. This election is crucial, with the BJP depending on its allies for a majority. The Speaker's role is vital in maintaining order and ensuring impartiality. Potential candidates include Kota MP Om Birla and Congress' K Suresh, with negotiations ongoing about the deputy speaker's position.
How pending oath of seven MPs could impact Lok Sabha Speaker election
The Lok Sabha Speaker election is scheduled for today, June 26, but there is a notable issue as seven Members of Parliament (MPs) have not taken their oath. Five of these MPs belong to the Opposition, and two are independents, which will prevent them from participating in the election, potentially weakening the Opposition's influence.
'Simply not for me': After consecutive defeats, Bhaichung Bhutia quits politics
Leaving politics after successive defeats, I acknowledge SKM's win in Sikkim. Despite setbacks since 2014, I aimed to enhance sports and tourism in Sikkim, a vision unfulfilled due to electoral outcomes. My journey reflects a commitment to the state's development, now passing the baton to others with fresh ideas.
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Lok Sabha Speaker: NDA candidate likely to file nomination today, election on June 26
Although the BJP leaders remained tight-lipped about their nominee for the post, there are speculations that Om Birla, the speaker in the 17th Lok Sabha, could also be in the race again. However, Bhartruhari Mahtab, the current pro-term speaker of the 18th Lok Sabha, is also being seen as a contender for the post.
BJP chief and Union Minister JP Nadda to be Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha
BJP President and Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda has been appointed as the Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha. This decision comes after Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal moved to the Lok Sabha, representing the Mumbai North constituency.
Keen contest on cards in bypolls to 10 Assembly seats in UP
The upcoming by-elections in Uttar Pradesh will be fiercely contested between the ruling BJP and the INDIA bloc (SP and Congress). These elections, triggered by vacated assembly seats due to Lok Sabha wins and disqualifications, are crucial despite not affecting BJP’s majority. Both alliances are gearing up, with the INDIA bloc aiming to extend their recent Lok Sabha success. The outcomes will significantly impact political morale and strategies, setting the stage for intense electoral battles in the state.
ECI sets ball rolling for J&K polls, orders electoral rolls' revision
The full Election Commission of India (ECI) - chief election commissioner Rajiv Kumar and election commissioners Sukhbir S Sandhu and Gyanesh Kumar - is expected to visit J&K in July or early August for a ground review of electoral preparedness. The ECI has already begun moving the poll process. On Friday, the poll panel announced that it was set to conduct the second special summary revision (SSR) for updation of electoral rolls in the states of Haryana, Jharkhand, Maharashtra and UT of Jammu & Kashmir on July 1.
When will full statehood be restored, elections be held in Jammu & Kashmir?: Congress on PM Modi's visit
Congress questions PM Modi's visit to Jammu and Kashmir, demanding timeline for statehood restoration and assembly elections, criticizing BJP's governance and security situation in the region.
People gave vote of no-confidence in him: Cong before Modi's first Varanasi visit since polls
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh also posed a set of nine questions to the prime minister on issues concerning his constituency and asked why they have not been addressed.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra: Congress party's new talisman who is set to make her electoral debut from Wayanad
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, since entering active politics in 2019, was initially considered a contender against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Varanasi and a potential successor to Sonia Gandhi in Rae Bareli. However, the Congress has chosen to field her from Wayanad, a seat held by her brother Rahul for two terms. Priyanka, 52, expressed her readiness to represent Wayanad, affirming her enduring connection with Rae Bareli. Her candidacy marks a significant move for the Gandhi family, aiming to secure a third member in Parliament alongside her mother Sonia. Her impactful campaigning in the 2024 elections has solidified her role as a key figure within the Congress party.
Rajasthan, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh: Arun Singh built bonds, narratives for BJP
On March 21, BJP appointed party general secretary Arun Singh as the election in-charge of Andhra Pradesh. UP BJP leader Siddharth Nath Singh was made the co in-charge for the state. There was less than two months' time available for the duo to execute the alliance coordination and make it appear like a natural alliance between the BJP, TDP and Jana Sena.
Indresh Kumar, the maverick RSS leader who speaks his mind
RSS-BJP: The speculation over differences between BJP and RSS regarding the Lok Sabha elections gains traction as top RSS leader Indresh Kumar blames BJP's low performance on arrogance. Indresh's comments on arrogance spark further speculation despite historical differences between the two organizations. However, Indresh is known for expressing differences with the BJP.
Andhra Cabinet: CM Chandrababu Naidu names Pawan Kalyan as deputy, Nara Lokesh gets IT
Pawan Kalyan, the Pithapuram MLA, is widely credited with stitching the NDA alliance of TDP, BJP and Janasena together, which swept up 164 of the 175 Assembly seats in the state and 21 of the 25 Lok Sabha seats, in the process routing the incumbent YSRCP government which was led by YS Jagan Mohan Reddy
Parliamentary work experience should be considered while electing Lok Sabha speaker: Sumitra Mahajan
Former Lok Sabha speaker Sumitra Mahajan emphasizes the importance of experience and smooth coordination for the presiding officer of the lower house in parliamentary proceedings.
In Modi's stronghold, voters chose jobs over new Hindu temple
India's grand Hindu temple opening, aimed at bolstering PM Modi's Hindu-first agenda ahead of elections, backfired as BJP lost key seats due to voter discontent over unemployment and inflation. Despite retaining power, BJP's reduced margin reflects public focus shifting from religious issues to economic concerns. The opposition Samajwadi Party capitalised on these grievances, signaling a potential shift in political priorities away from religious symbolism.
Chandrababu Naidu, Nitish Kumar want 'special status' for Andhra, Bihar: What is this and why are they asking for it
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Result: In the aftermath of the General Elections, the Janata Dal (United) and the Telugu Desam Party have emerged as influential players in government formation at the Centre. Their renewed emphasis on securing special category status for Bihar and Andhra Pradesh has reignited discussions on this crucial issue. Let's delve into what special category status entails and why it holds significant importance for these states.
NDA meeting to be held on June 7 in Delhi, to discuss government formation
The newly elected MPs of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), will convene for a meeting on June 7 in the national capital, reported ANI, citing sources. According to these sources, the agenda will focus on discussions around forming the government.
Exit Polls Lok Sabha Elections 2024: What happened in 2019 and 2014 exit polls? How accurate were they?
Exit Polls Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Exit poll data cannot be disclosed by news channels and pollsters until the conclusion of the final phase of voting, Section 126A of the Representation of the People's Act, 1951 mandate . Failure to adhere to this rule may lead to penalties including imprisonment for a maximum of two years, imposition of a fine, or both.
How accurate are exit polls? Here are six times when exit poll predictions proved wrong
Exit Polls Exit polls, often viewed as indicators of election results, can be significantly inaccurate. Notable instances include the 2004 and 2014 Lok Sabha elections, 2017 UP Assembly elections, and the 2015 Bihar and Delhi Assembly elections, where exit polls greatly diverged from actual outcomes. Recent 2023 Chhattisgarh elections also saw BJP's unexpected victory, defying exit poll predictions favoring Congress.
Exit polls result 2024: Axis, C-Voter, VMR, CSDS, or Chanakya? Whose predictions were close in 2019 & 2014
After the completion of the 18th Lok Sabha elections, attention will shift to exit poll predictions across 57 constituencies in eight states and Union Territories. Various agencies forecast outcomes based on voter surveys. Notable past predictions include India Today-Axis My India's 2019 forecast of 339-365 seats for NDA and 77-108 for UPA. Actual results in 2019 showed NDA winning 353 seats, closely aligning with some predictions. In 2014, NDA's strong performance was accurately indicated by most exit polls.
Unlike 2014, MFs bullish on equity, but not FPIs
This was in stark contrast to their positions a decade ago when FPIs were bullish on the local market and invested ₹75,784 crore in the 12 months to May 2014 while domestic funds were net sellers of ₹18,858 crore worth of equities. Major reasons for the FPIs' bearish stance this time around include discomfort with the financial stocks amid regulatory actions, attractive valuations in the Chinese market and increasing US treasury yields.
Communal & polarising or labarathi & Viksit Bharat? PM Modi breaks down ideas behind 2014, 2019 and 2024 campaigns
Opposition criticizes BJP's recent election campaign as 'communal and polarizing', but PM Modi defends it as revealing the Congress party's true intentions. NDA's focus for 2024 elections is 'Viksit Bharat'. Modi anticipates retaining anti-corruption and beneficiary voters while targeting rapid progress supporters. BJP eyes growth in South and East India, emphasizes strategic alliances and economic reforms.
'Bahu' vs 'bahu' vs 'chacha sasur': Chautalas fight among themselves in Hisar Lok Sabha seat
The Hisar Lok Sabha constituency in Haryana is witnessing a compelling electoral battle involving three members of the influential Chautala family, now divided politically. Naina Chautala of JJP, Sunaina Chautala of INLD, and Ranjit Singh Chautala of BJP are competing, representing different factions within the family.
BJP releases 10th list of candidates, drops sitting MP Kirron Kher from Chandigarh, fields SS Ahluwalia from Asansol
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) released its tenth list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, announcing 9 names. Notably, sitting MP Kirron Kher was dropped from Chandigarh, replaced by Sanjay Tandon. Former Union Minister SS Ahluwalia was nominated from West Bengal's Asansol, replacing Bhojpuri singer Pawan Singh.
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